Removal Procedure

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2003 GMC Sierra and 2003 Chevrolet Silverado. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Drain the cooling system. Refer to DRAINING AND FILLING COOLING SYSTEM .
Remove the generator bracket.
Remove the intake manifold. Refer to Intake Manifold Replacement - Lower .

Fig 1: Removing Generator Bracket Stud From Cylinder Head
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Remove the right exhaust manifold. Refer to EXHAUST MANIFOLD REPLACEMENT - RIGHT (4.3L ENGINE) .
Remove the right pushrods. Refer to Valve Rocker Arm and Push Rod Replacement .
Remove the generator bracket stud from the cylinder head.
Remove the spark plugs.

Fig 2: Spark Plug
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Remove the spark plug wire support bolts and support.

Fig 3: Spark Plug Wire Support & Bolts
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Remove the cylinder head bolts.

Fig 4: Cylinder Head Bolts
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Remove the cylinder head.

Fig 5: Cylinder Head
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Remove and discard the cylinder head gasket.

Fig 6: Cylinder Head Gasket
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Remove the cylinder head locator pins, if necessary.
Clean and inspect the cylinder head, if necessary. Refer to Cylinder Head Cleaning and Inspection .
Disassemble the cylinder head, if necessary. Refer to Cylinder Head Disassemble .

Fig 7: Cylinder Head Locator Pins
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